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Cable System Design Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

London, gb💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design and deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects, from feasibility and concept design through detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.

Role type

Senior IC Cable System Design Engineer

Builds

Onshore cable infrastructure systems for Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers.

Domain

Power Systems / Electrical Engineering / Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Cable system design, FEED experience, cable rating and system studies, route development, burial risk assessments, thermal and electromagnetic analysis, cable pulling and jointing feasibility, knowledge of IEC/CIGRÉ/National Grid standards, proficiency with CYMCAP/WinCable/AutoCAD/Revit/GIS.

Preferred skills

Cable system ECI engineering, cable manufacturing and testing, third-party inspection and verification.

Responsibilities

Contribute to full lifecycle cable engineering packages; review complex HV cable system designs; undertake cable rating and system studies; carry out cable pulling and installation feasibility studies; support FAT/SAT and commissioning activities; interface with manufacturers and suppliers to verify compliance.

Seniority

Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC

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